In the Media: Throwback Thursday!

Spring has finally arrived and with it comes birds chirping, flowers blooming, and our favorite weddings! We've been busy buzzing around like little bees finalizing concepts, designs, and timelines but today we're taking a minute to have our own little Throwback Thursday fun, and share some of our favorite most recent media mentions!

 

Want to see how we escaped the ordinary for this Kate Spade inspired wedding day located in La Jolla, California?  Then check out Martha Stewart Weddings  where she's featured all of of the pretty in pink details from this darling couple's wedding day!

We were delighted when Style Me Pretty pulled from our treasure trove of weddings, Erin and Jason's stunning nuptials at Rancho Valencia.  Visit Style Me Pretty  to see more gems from their special day and read more about their oh so romantic story!

 

Mod Wedding has us dreaming of our next summer getaway with their feature of our Tuscany wedding inspiration shoot!  Head over to Mod Weddings.com and get ready to swoon (and maybe pack your bags!)  

If you're newly engaged or just said yes to being the ultimate bridesmaid, be sure to pick up the July/August 2015 edition of Bridal Guide Magazine on stands now!  We're so excited to see our "Tropical Delight" featured, when we brought a little bit of island flair to the Mainland!  Also, keep an eye out for our own little Milla! 

Real Wedding: Deep as the Ocean

What a treat to see Elyse and Al's wedding featured on Green Wedding Shoes this month! Their wedding took place at the lovely Rancho Valencia and was captured by Luna Photo. With our bride's effortless style and our groom's love for surf culture, we couldn't help but pull from a palette of cool blue and aqua tones to create an organic, bohemian atmosphere. A custom ocean-inspired watercolor invitation suite by Lovely Paper Things set the eclectic seaside mood for guests weeks prior to their big day. Upon arriving, we asked friends and family to leave "a penny for your thoughts" by placing a handwritten note for the couple into a jar full of coins in lieu of a traditional guestbook. After a beautiful ceremony, Elyse and Al entered their reception with an amazing surprise salsa dance, a tribute to Al's heritage. Teaming up with Backup Backdrops and Dear Darling Calligraphy, we had guests find their seating assignments with hand-painted agate coasters set amidst a backdrop of loose blooms, macrame, and an array of bohemian trinkets. The writing on the wall behind read, "In a sea of people my eyes will always search for you," a sentiment to allude to sweet words Al shared with Elyse when they first began dating.  We loved collaborating with Lovely Paper Things and carrying the concept onto custom wood menus that were laser-cut into the shape of a human eye. Tables were adorned with brass-ringed napkins and metallic goblets from Hostess Haven, ornate chargers and gold flatware from Casa de Perrin, and lush floral arrangements by Oak and the Owl.  Reminiscent of Elyse's and Al's first date spent surfing, The 40 foot custom wall of watercolor agate ocean perched behind the head table though stole the show and made Al feel right at home in a sea of blue.  After a traditional Hora and dancing, guests were invited to live life to the fullest with delicious cake by Hey There, Cupcake  mixed with a variety of  Sweet Lydia's mini desserts . As we look back on their beautiful day, we wish Elyse and Al a lifetime of sweet memories, "ever swimming next to each other."

Real Wedding: Timing is Everything

We are so honored to have Noel and Cameron's beautiful day featured on Style Me Pretty today! Their wedding was a timeless, romantic affair in a palette of blush and grey, draped with foliage by Toast Events and captured dreamily by Diana McGregor. One of the things Cameron adored most about Noel was her impeccable memory. We wove this theme of memory and time throughout all the details at their wedding. At the sign-in, guests left a favorite memory of time spent with the couple, next to a sign reading, “I walk down memory lane because I love running into you.” Guests found their seats among hourglasses of all shapes and sizes, in front of a “timing is everything” backdrop we created in-house.

The mother of the bride orchestrated the perfect surprise with a confetti cannon timed just right during their first dance to “That’s All” by Michael Bublé. After an evening of delicious dining, heartfelt speeches, and refills from the Italian soda bar, we sent off the sweet couple with a sparkling exit to their getaway car. We’re so happy these two found each other at the right time – timing really is everything!